Holidays in Greater Washington

Across three Israeli and Jewish holidays that fall back-to-back—often referred to collectively as the Yamim—we move from remembrance to reflection to celebration, marking a powerful journey in Jewish and Israeli life.

• Yom HaShoah honors the memory of the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust through commemorations, survivor testimony, and educational programs that bear witness and ensure their stories are never forgotten.

• Yom HaZikaron honors Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism with national mourning, ceremonies, and moments of silence that recognize loss, sacrifice, and the cost of a Jewish state.

• Yom Ha’Atzmaut celebrates Israel’s independence with music, food, culture, and community gatherings that highlight resilience, creativity, and the ongoing story of the Jewish people—an expression of renewal that follows directly from the profound loss of the days before.

Reflect, reconnect, and renew your spirit with community events for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah.

And sweeten the New Year with Sunflower Bakery’s Rosh Hashanah treats—round challahs, honey cakes, and more.